Dave's Clean Getaway: Hitting the road in an EV
Dave's going from Tofino to Alberta in an electric vehicle
Think you can't do a road trip in an electric vehicle?
This summer, Dave's putting an EV to the test by doing a road trip from Tofino to the Alberta border, using only public charging stations.
Each week, follow along to see his trip across beautiful B.C., learn more about electric vehicles and see if he's made it to the next leg of his adventure.
Yo-ho! Alberta bound
From Revelstoke, Dave's hitting the last leg of his clean EV journey: through Yoho National Park to the Alberta border, stopping in some of Canada's most scenic spots along the way.
Revelstoke to the Alberta border
Kamloops to Revelstoke
Vancouver to Kamloops
Tofino to Vancouver
Would you do a road trip in an EV?
Most British Columbians are nervous about taking a road trip in an electrice vehicle - but our new report shows that you don't have to be.
Electric vehicles in B.C.
Curious if an electric vehicle is right for you? Learn more about electric vehicles in B.C.
How much does it cost to own an EV?
When it comes to costs, the big savings for electric vehicles are in fuel savings.
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